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Memories and Condolences
for William Beckham
Martha Presley
October 18, 2010
Being only 2 yrs older than Bill my memories go way back. I love you Bill, you will be missed by all of us. You were a wonderful son,in taking care of our Mom the way you did. I know there was a great reunion in Heaven when you entered! We that are left will let our memories carry us until we are all together again. Being an AF(retired)wife, I was so proud of you and your accomplishments, you loved God, your family, and your country! Until we meet again.. Love, Sis
Martha Presley
October 4, 2010
We have lost a great veteran. Our sympathy goes out to you for your loss
Charles Cassidy
Tennessee Senior Vice Commander
To fulfill Bill's dream, VFW Department of Kansas on 25th day of September 2010 made him Honorary State Commander and awarded his 40 years of Service
October 4, 2010
This is the lapel pin Bill had selected to use during his term as Kansas VFW State Commander
October 4, 2010
Bill, State Sr Vice Commander - Department of KS - 2010 - His Devotion and Love for the VFW and Fellow Veteran's Was More Than Anyone Could Imagine.
October 4, 2010
75th Anniversary El Dorado Post - 2009
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Bill, Master of Cermonies VOD Banquet - Topeka KS - Jan 2010
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Visit with Nat'l Commander - Wichita KS - 2009
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He Was Always Joking, Bill & Broc - Wichita KS - 2007
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Veteran's Day Parade - Wichita KS - 2006
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Bill & Marie - 2005
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He's VFW Friends Bob & Roger - 2005
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How He Loved St Patty's Day and His Green Beer - 2004
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Having Fun - Bill & Marie - Wichita KS -2003
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Love to sing Karaoke - Good Voice too - 2003
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Girls of My Life - Wichita KS - 1998
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Just relaxing - Wichita KS - 1997
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Bill, Marie, & Ryan - Memphis TN - 1995
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AF Paralegal Reunion - San Antonio TX - 1991
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Road Trip to OU Game - Wichita KS - 1985
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Halloween - Wichita KS - 1983
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Bill & Marie - Ramstein AFB Germany - 1979
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Bill & Sheila - Wichita KS - 1981
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Ramstein AFB Germany - 1979
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October 4, 2010
My deepest condolences for your loss.
Danny L. White
Iowa State Senior Vice Commander
1309 SE University Ave, #207
Waukee, Iowa 50263
Kansas VFW State Jr Vice Commander - 2009
October 4, 2010
Eisenhower Vigil - Abilene KS - 2008
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Kansas City Chiefs - 1998
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"The Boys I Never Had" - Ryan & Broc - 1997
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Bill & Ryan - Cotton Bowl - 1993
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Ramstein AFB Germany - 1979
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Bill & Sheila - Rhein Main AFB Germany - 1966
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Bill & Marie, McConnell AFB KS, 4 Dec 1960
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Lackland AFB, 1960
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School Days
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October 2, 2010
Marie
From the Department of South Dakota,VFW, we send our sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family. I did not know Bill that well, having only met him twice, however we will all miss him in the VFW. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Verne H. Hansen, SR Vice Commander, South Dakota
October 1, 2010
Marie
Our sincere condolences and prayers for you, your family and for Bill. Eternal light shine upon Bill and may perpetual light always shine upon him.
Stan Fernandez, SR Vice Commander, Hawaii
October 1, 2010
Marie,
Like the other Senior Vice Commanders of the departments, I wish to express my sympathy for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bruce Hollinger
Nevada State Senior Vice Commander
October 1, 2010
Marie, We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Pledge Cannon, SR Vice Commander, Georgia
October 1, 2010
Marie, I only knew Bill for a short period of time, but he made quite and impression on me. I always looked forward to seeing him at the meetings. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Kelly Goddard, Sr. Vice Commander, West Virginia
October 1, 2010
Although I only had the opportunity to meet Bill a couple of times as a fellow State Senior Vice-Commander, I found him to be a delightful and kind gentleman - he will be missed as a friend by every Vice-Commander in the VFW. My condolences to the family for their loss. You are in my prayers. John Spahr, Senior Vice-Commander, Department of Texas, VFW
Paul Lloyd
October 1, 2010
Marie, So sorry for your loss. I had only meet Bill a couple of times, he seemed like such a nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paul Lloyd
NH Dept. Sr. Vice Commander
September 28, 2010
Marie, very sorry to hear about Bill. I did like him alot, and enjoyed talking with him. He will surely be missed. If theres anything you need me to do, please call when you're ready. Heavens a better place now. Ed Wilson
Larry & Jeanne Dalton
September 26, 2010
We are sorry for your lose. Our thought and prayers are with you.
A Friend
September 26, 2010
Bill will be sorely missed by all who knew him as a warm, decent and generous man. I hope that Marie, Shelia and all the family will find comfort in remembering the good life that Bill lived here on earth and supreme comfort knowing that Bill has now passed to a better life.
The memory of Bill will always shine bright in my heart.
Susan Newberry
September 26, 2010
Marie, So saddened to hear of Bill's passing. I so enjoyed working with him.
Carla Allen-Farley
September 25, 2010
SO sorry to hear that u passed away. i remember bowling with you and my dad (Tom Allen). You and him taught me how to keep score back in the olden days when you had to keep ur own score. You will always be in my thoughts wen it comes to bowling!!
September 24, 2010
Bill and I were best friends from grade school through high school. Although we had lost touch after high school I was glad we had a chance to visit and catch up at one of our high school reunions. Bill was a memorable man. Our sincere condolences to all of you at this time of great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Darrel Arrington Enid, OK
Al Kamas
September 24, 2010
Even though I have not had much contact with Bill these last few years, I have fond memories of Bill and his almost fanatical support of Oklahoma Football. Those were great times for Bill as well as myself. It is a sad time for Bill's family as it is for me.
Robert Tastad
September 24, 2010
We sad to see a good man go. God has better plans for him in his new home. He is now up in heaven watching over all of us and make sure that we do things right. sympathy to all the family and friends that Bill is gone. He has left many examples of his life here on earth and we should enjoy them just as if Bill is here. Robert Tastad (Mound City, Kansas
Elnora Walker
September 24, 2010
Marie and Family...Bill will be surely missed. He was a great man and I feel honored I got to know him. I loved him and will miss his laughter, his singing and just him.
Joann Koch
September 24, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Marie and family at this time. I know Bill will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Sonya Ring
September 24, 2010
Dear Marie & family, Barbara, Marilyn, Martha, Verla, & Steve,
Psalms 34:18 declares that the Lord is close to the brokenhearted. We lift each of you in prayer that you might be comforted during this sad and difficult time.
Recalling childhood memories at Grandma & Grandpa Beckham’s house, I remember how witty, extraordinarily handsome, and kind hearted that Bill (affectionately referred to as W.H.) always was and continued to be throughout life. His footprint upon earth will live on in our hearts; therefore, it is easy to imagine the heavens rejoicing with his presence. Thanking God for his life, celebrating his sweet spirit, and extending our heartfelt sympathies to all of you.
Our love - Cousins - Larry & Sonya
Tom&Nancy Allen
September 24, 2010
Marie,Shiela Beckham and family.May god bring you peace in your remaining days.Nancy and I had the honor of knowing Bill for many years.We bowled together,went to shows and went to OU games.Bills kindness and warmth will never be forgotten by my family.
Verla Gingerich
September 23, 2010
Dearest Brother Bill,
I hope I told you when we were growing up how proud I was of you, I was so scared going into Enid Senior HS but you were there for me, always! You Steve & I were the last ones at home after Darrell left and how good it was you stepped in and became our big brother! The 3 Musketeers! How awesome you were!
I am proud of all you have accomplished in life, you joined the Air Force, defending our freedoms
plus holding the high offices in the VFW, helping our sick and wounded soldiers.
Rest easy with Mom, Dad, Darrell, Wayne, Elgie, Johnny and Adam, I know all of you walk with God.
Love you always Dear Brother
your sis Verla
Kenneth Harpool
September 23, 2010
May God give you comfort over your loss,and remember he will live forever. So just keep joyful memories of him in your heart.
Mike and Elgea Kane
September 23, 2010
Our prayers are with you Marie.
Karla Nelsen
September 23, 2010
Uncle Bill,
I will miss seeing you at the V.F.W. You always put a smile in my heart . I will truly miss our talks. Love you lots! Karla Nelsen
Doc & Kathy Harter
September 23, 2010
Bill was always full of life. Happy, concerned, and a good friend. You'll be missed, Brother
Jacquie Oswald
September 23, 2010
Marie, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. "May you be surrounded with care, sustained in peace, and guarded always, in the shelter of God's love. Bill's smile will be missed and always a hug when needed. God be with you
Loyally Jacquie and Rich Oswald
September 23, 2010
It was an honor to know and work with Bill. He was always very kind to me.
Johnanna Drew - Midwest Physiatrists
September 23, 2010
Marie and the Beckham family I am sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Bill used to party with my parent's Tom and Nancy Allen. I would join them often. Bill used to love to yell out the word "Meat!" when we were partying at Big's Bar. He was a very geneous man and someone everyone loved to be around.
Kelly (Allen) Jordan
Cathy Fields
September 23, 2010
Bill, you will be missed by all in the Kansas VFW. VFW Post 56 sends its prayers to the Beckham family.
Louise Evans
September 23, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate Alife well lived. Bill we are goimg to miss seeing you & Marie at the post. God Bless you Louise Evans
September 23, 2010
Grace and peace to you, Marie & Sheila, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Bill, was a very kind, mischievous and happy go lucky man. He brought a smile to the faces of people who might have been having a bad day. My condolences to the family. Bill will be so missed.
Frances G. Parks Rice, Past State President
Topeka, KS
Jim&Ethel Maske
September 23, 2010
God Love you Marie and family. We Love you very much Jim & Ethel . We are here for you always Ethel &jJm Maske
September 23, 2010
Uncle Bill, thank you for always being there with open arms and an open heart anytime we needed you - no questions asked. Thank you for always watching out for dad - it meant a lot. We will miss your smile (it lite your entire face) and your wonderful laugh. See you in heaven!! Love you~ Michele, Courtney & Jordan Campbell
Marilyn Beckham Cook
September 23, 2010
Dearest Brother Bill,I am going to miss our numerous conversations about the O U football team (OUR FAVORITE) I am so happy I got to visit you on July 4th..I am so PROUD of your many accomplishments like serving our country for over 20 years,holding a great office in the VFW and helping our wounded and sick veterans..I know you are with our God, Mom ,Dad, Wayne,Darrell and our muched loved and missed, our nephew Adam Byers..We will take care of Marie......I Love You brother
Marilyn
John Woodbury
September 23, 2010
Shelia-My thoughts and prayers with you and your family.God Bless.
Dallas Love
September 23, 2010
Bill, you were my mentor and friend. Life was better for having you in it. You will be sorely missed. Dallas Love, 5th District VFW Commander
Earlene Patterson
September 23, 2010
Marie,
Duane & I were sorry to see where Bill had passed away. Our prayers are with you & your family. I can still remember the good old times.
Tonya (Beckham) Adams
September 23, 2010
Marie, Sheila and family - I was deeply saddened to hear of Bill's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kim & Mike Byers
September 22, 2010
Uncle Bill.
You were the most kind, generous and gracious uncle. You helped Mike, Adam and I alot. You and Marie will always hold a special place in our hearts! We are going to miss you but we know you are in a better place. We love you!!
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